The Mindful Educator

Sarah McKibben

By practicing mindfulness in their own lives—and with their students—educators are setting the stage for a calmer, more focused learning environment.

When you picture someone practicing mindfulness, you might envision a person sitting cross-legged, meditating with their eyes closed, repeating a soft string of "oms" as they send positive energy to the universe. It is a valid assertion, albeit a limited one.

Meditation is one way to practice mindfulness: "You can also practice mindfulness in every moment of your day, even in action, conversation, and movement," says Megan Cowan, cofounder of Mindful Schools.